The group stage of the World Cup is coming to a close with the last four teams battling it out for a spot in the second stage. Particularly compelling are the matches between Germany vs. United States and Russia vs. Algeria. The winners of these two matches will likely faceoff in the Round of 16. Read on to find out more about these exciting matches set to close off the group stage.
Line: Germany -180 at United States +600, tie +205; total 2.5 – view these lines
[sc:Soccer240banner ]Germany, much like their 2010 World Cup Campaign, eased off the gas pedal in their second Group Stage match. However, when they advance to the next round, you can expect Germany will come in to their next match with a win in mind. Die Mannschaft’s top goal scorers Thomas Müller and Miroslav Klosewill put their hot boots to the test against the United States’ goalkeeper Tim Howard. Howard, on the other hand, will hope for his team’s lead scorer Clint Dempsey to net a winning goal.
The full breakdown of this match is available here.
Writer’s Prediction
Germany will bring the ball to the net multiple times to the devastation of the Americans. Create a betting account and bet on this game going over 2.5.
Russia vs. Algeria (4:00 PM ET)
Line: Russia -110 at Algeria +232, tie +250; total 2.5 – view these lines
Thankfully, the Russians have their leading goal scorer Alexandr Kerzhakov to provide them the goals they needed to draw with South Korea. On the other hand, Algeria turned some heads with their 4-2 win against South Korea courtesy of the offensive effort led by Islam Slimani. The win showed Algeria’s ability to pair their great defense with crushing offense.
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Writer’s Prediction
Algeria springs a surprise to shock the Russians out of the knockout stage. Pick Algeria at +232, which gives a payout that can’t be missed.
